This unit was in good working and cosmetic condition. However, it sounded flat and lifeless. I was not impressed with the audio quality and I stuck the unit on the shelf where it sat for over a year. At the prodding of a customer, who desperately wanted this unit, I finally got around to restoring it.

During work, it became apparent that someone else had been into this unit (I really hope it did not come from the factory this way). Little thought was given to the routing or neatness of the wiring, and the soldering technique was poor. Most of the wire was no longer "wrapped" around the post, but rather, had a "glob" of solder applied to hold the wire on... I do mean "glob". It seems the guy was afraid the wire would fall off if not held by a mountain of solder.

Another interesting note, I found the main supply cap for the right and left side were of different sizes. Same diameter, but one was shorter. I am not sure if this was a "factory" thing, or if the prior tech replaced one set. It was clear, that the caps had been removed and replaced at one time (more on that later)

I am glad to report that the unit responded very well to the rebuild. It really came alive and the sound quality was top notch. Had I not committed this unit to a customer, I would have kept it.